WORLD CLASS EVENT
CONFECTIONARY CREATIONS & TABLE TOP DÉCOR
Monday, June 22nd 2009
The Phoenix Convention Center
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your creative talents at the
3nd Annual NACE Phoenix - Event Elements Competition
Register Today!
Anyone can enter! We are looking for the best in Confectionary Creations and Table Top Décor!
If you register by April 30th, you can pick your element. Contest registrants after that date will be assigned an element by the NACE Host Committee. The event will be open for public viewing in the afternoon followed by dinner and the awards presentation. We will crown the Valley’s Best Designer and Pastry Chef for 2009 as well as present 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards for element interpretation in each category.
Limit of 4 paid entries.
All paid entrants will be featured in the program, on the NACE website and through special promotions.
Entrance Fees:
$100.00 early bird before April 30th and $150.00 after April 30th
Entrance fees include:
Competition Entry
2 Viewing tickets
1 Ticket for Dinner/Program and Viewing
(Additional tickets are available for a fee)
1 Drink ticket
Event Timeline:
Set up Sunday, 6-21-09 4 to 10 pm and Monday 6-22-09 8 to 11:30 am
11:30 to 2:30 pm – Judging
2:30 – 3:00 Re-set area for Public Viewing
3:00 to 6:00 pm – Open to the Public for Viewing
6:00 to 7:00 pm – Cocktail Reception
7:00 to 10:00 pm – Dinner & Awards Presentation
To enter or RSVP, log on to www.phoenixnace.com and click the Register Now button.
Dinner/ Program
$50 for NACE, WEN, ISES, ABC, MPI or HSMAI members, spouses/employees from a member company;
$70 for guests and $10 for Public Viewing (3:00 – 6:00 PM).
See the following pages for competition information and guidelines.
Questions can be directed to Jessica Sprouse, 2nd Vice President, at
Or Ragan York, Special Events Chair, at
Table Top Décor
COMPETITION INFORMATION & GUIDELINES
Entry Fee ~ $150.00
Includes
Competition Entry
1 dinner ticket and 1 drink ticket
TABLE TOP ENTRANT SPECIFICATIONS
· You will be provided with: (not to be included in your overall cost report of the table)
o 1 72” round table
o 1 white hotel 90” square linen.
o 1 tall cocktail table to display promotional information (No linen provided for this table)
o 8 standard banquet chairs
o 16 ft. by 16 ft. area for tabletop design
· Your assigned element must be incorporated into all areas of your design.
· Tables
o You may bring in another size /shape table; HOWEVER your entire space is LIMITED to the 16 x 16 foot area.
o Every table must be set for 8, though it is up to you whether you set a complete place setting, or a partial one.
o You may not request any other tables from the venue.
o The cocktail table is part of your overall design and must be within the space provided
o A sign with no logos or identifying information with a line item list of all production/rental costs must be displayed at your table.
o You must supply your own frame/display equipment for signage.
o Description of table for Program – must also be displayed on cocktail table (No logos etc)
· Chairs
o You may replace the banquet chairs with another type of chair, but must seat for 8 and must incorporate the cost of additional rentals including chairs into your total table cost
· Linen
o You are responsible for providing table coverings and 8 napkins for your design.
· Tableware –
o You are responsible for providing all tableware for your design. Feel free to use any style and any number of items to complete your design
· Candles - All flames must be enclosed except if using mechanical (Chace) metal-case candles.
· No identifying literature or signage can be placed on the cocktail table or your design prior to the end of judging at 2:30 pm.
· You may use as many vendors as you would like to complete your table and they may put out their business cards and information on your tall cocktail table after the judging. However only the paid participant will receive recognition in printed programs and special promotions.
· You have the entire 16 x 16 foot space to decorate but you may not exceed that area. You may use pipe and drape or any other items you would like in your space.
· Options at your discretion: Rental chairs, rental tables, chair covers, chargers, glassware, flatware, linen, centerpieces, favors, menu cards - let your imagination and creativity show!
· You must be able to replicate this Table/look for an event of 100 people or more
· Please inform the Special Events Chair if you will not need the property’s table or chairs.
DO NOT contact the property for any reason for this event or you will be disqualified!!
UNDER $500 TABLE TOP ENTRANT SPECIFICATIONS
You asked! We listened!
New Category: Tabletop under $500.00
· All above rules apply
· Tabletop total cost must be under $500.00 and must be able to be shown.
Confectionary Creations
COMPETITION INFORMATION & GUIDELINES
Entry Fee ~ $150.00
Includes
Competition Entry
1 dinner ticket and 1 drink ticket
CONFECTIONARY CREATIONS ENTRANT SPECIFICATIONS
· You will be provided with
o 1 48” round table
o 1 90” sq hotel linen
o 1 6’ x 30” banquet table with linens for cake service. The banquet table will not be part of the judging.
· Your collateral material may be placed on the cake table or your 6’ after the judging is complete at 2:30.
· No identifying literature or signage can be placed on the cake table prior to the end of judging at 2:30 pm,
· You may use as many vendors as you would like to complete your table and they may put out their business cards and information on your table after 2:30. However only the paid participant will receive recognition in printed programs, website links and special promotions.
· Cakes Specifications:
o Minimum of three tiers.
o Minimum height is 12” high and maximum height is 48” high.
o You must incorporate your assigned element into your cake design.
o The entire cake may be faux.
o The top tier of your cake must be replicated exactly in a real cake for the judges to taste by 11:30.
o A sign with no logos or identifying information listing how much the cake would cost (per person or as a whole) if you were to make it for an event.
o Cake must be an original design. Cakes found to be copied from National Designers will be asked to relinquish their trophies
· Each confectionary entrant is required to provide the following for the public viewing from 3:00 to 6:00 pm:
o 1 oz tasting samples (this can be a sheet cake)
o Disposable tasting container or plates and plastic disposable utensils (if needed)
o 1 to 2 Servers for your samples. (Additional attendees from your company must pay the $10 Viewing fee)
o We anticipate attendance of 300 to 500 people during the public viewing time. However keep in mind they will have 20 or more cakes to sample so keep the portions SMALL!!
o Sign for cost per person. You must supply your own frame/display equipment for signage.
o Description of cake for Program – must also be displayed on cocktail table (No logos etc)
o Because samples are for public consumption, cake must be created in a certified kitchen. Please bring a copy of your bakery license with you to post during the public viewing.
· Be creative with your table and items for your table remember to keep it in line with your Element. You will only be provided one white square hotel linen, so you should also decorate your table for your overall presentation.
DO NOT contact the property for any reason for this event or you will be disqualified!!
All participants - Please read this!!
DONATIONS FOR THE SILENT AUCTION:
In an effort to raise maximum revenue for both HomeBase Youth Services and NACE charities, we are collecting a donated gift or gift certificate from each entrant, which will be used during the silent or live auction. In exchange for your donation, your company name will appear in the program along with the audio visual presentation for the evening. All company information must be received prior to June 1st, 2009 to be included in the program. Please send or deliver all donations by June 10th to Kristina Munoz at Arizona Weddings Magazine 7508 East Camelback Road Scottsdale, AZ 85251
RENTALS:
· Neither the venue nor NACE is responsible for any of the items you rent or borrow for this event.
· We suggest that you have a separate contract with each vendor that provides items for your table and that you are aware of the replacement cost of every item.
· You may use any source for items for your table; please list each vendor as a credit in the Master List.
· Rental Companies providing equipment for this event must be delivered BETWEEN 4pm and 10pm on Sunday June 21st, Or Between 8am and 11am on Monday June 22nd . Due to other scheduled events at the Convention Center. No deliveries will be accepted before 4pm on June 21st. Judging will begin promptly at 11:30 if your table is not ready it is not eligible for any awards.
· All Rental Equipment must be picked up immediately after the meeting which will end between 9:00 and 9:30
TABLE ASSIGNMENTS:
· A number for your table will be randomly assigned to you; this number will be used to identify your table. You will have the number by June 1st if you want to incorporate it in your design.
· When you arrive in the ballroom, your assigned number will be on your table. Your number must be visible for identification during judging within your 16’ square area or on your cake table. Please do not switch table numbers or locations.
· The designed tables will be placed along the perimeter of the ballroom for better photographic opportunities.
· Tables and chairs from the venue will be pre-set in your space. Please notify Ragan York at if you will not be using the provided items.
COLLATERAL & PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS
At 2:45 pm or after the announcement that judging is completed, we suggest that you place your identifying materials and those of your contributors on your table for identification. The public attendees will be able to view your table until 6:00 pm. Please make sure you are back by 3pm to answer questions and to make the most of the people that will be attending the show.
SHIPMENTS & STORAGE:
· There is no storage space for advance shipments; you must bring all items needed into the venue on the days noted above for set up times, not by previous shipment or earlier delivery.
· There will not be a designated Storage area during the event. You may use the area under your table for storage but we must leave a 2 foot space behind each area so you may not store items in that area.
PROGRAM & MASTER LIST:
· We will print a Program featuring descriptions of each theme and design. Please submit up to 150 words via email.
· The Program will be formatted in a standard font, so do not spend time creating a fancy format. Please submit in Times New Roman, size 14 font. Do not use cap locks.
· The Designer is responsible for spell-checking all submissions – we will copy your entry “as is” into the Program. The more extensive your description … the better a presentation to the voting guests.
· The Programs will be distributed at Registration for all the attendees to reference as they view the displays.
· EMAIL ALL THIS INFORMATION to Jessica Sprouse, at or Ragan York, at by June 10th.
PHOTOGRAPHY
· Two professional photographers will shoot the room and individual tables between 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm. Contact information will be available to purchase additional photos of your table should you wish to do so. You may have your own photographer come after 2:30.
Public Viewing Show Time (3:00 to 6:00)
· As attendees arrive at 3:00 pm, the room will be ready for viewing, and each paid guest will receive a ballot and Program describing the designs.
· There will be a collection basket by the entry for the ballots to be placed in.
· An announcement will be made when voting is closed.
LOAD-IN, SET UP & LOAD-OUT:
· We will not be able to do a walk-thru for this event.
· Load in Information for the Convention Center will be sent the week prior to the event
· Setup must be complete by 11:30 pm on June 22nd for photography and judging to be done from 12:00 to 2:30 pm.